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Economics (AS & A Level) · May / June 2022 · Paper 32 · Question 14

9708Government policies to achieve efficient resource allocation and correct market failure

What is not an example of the application of 'nudge' theory?

  1. AA chain of coffee shops offers its customers a larger coffee if they bring their own reusable cup.
  2. BA government imposes an indirect tax on the purchase of sugary snacks, to try to reduce childhood obesity.
  3. CA government introduces an opt-out system for organ donation, to try to increase the number of organs donated.
  4. DA restaurant chain introduces smaller-sized main courses on its menu, to try to reduce the volume of food wastage.

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Correct answer: B. A government imposes an indirect tax on the purchase of sugary snacks, to try to reduce childhood obesity.

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